Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$65k-$75k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) – HOME HEALTH
Lubbock, TX | PRN: $65–$75/Visit | Full-Time: $65,000–$75,000/Year | Weekly Pay
HELP PATIENTS MOVE FORWARD
At BrightStar Care of Lubbock, our mission is “To help others achieve more.” As a Physical Therapist, you’ll provide individualized care that helps patients improve mobility, strength, and independence in the comfort of their homes.
When you apply, tell us: “Why did you become a PT?”
WHAT YOU’LL DO
* Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans
* Provide physical therapy services in patients’ homes
* Address strength, balance, mobility, and functional goals
* Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed
* Collaborate with PTAs and other members of the care team
* Work with patients across a variety of ages, diagnoses, and needs
* Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
* Active, unrestricted Texas Physical Therapist license
* Minimum 1 year of PT experience
* Current BLS/CPR certification
* Own device and reliable internet connection required to access your schedule and complete charting
* Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
* Strong communication, organization, and clinical skills
* Ability to work independently and manage patient care effectively
WHY JOIN BRIGHTSTAR CARE?
* PRN and full-time opportunities
* One-on-one patient care
* No OASIS paperwork
* Medical, dental, and vision through BCBS based on eligible hours
* Locally owned and operated
* Faith-based work environment
* 24/7 clinical and office support
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Employee recognition programs
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, and independence in their homes. They will also collaborate with the care team and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted Texas Physical Therapist license and have at least one year of experience. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current BLS/CPR certification are also required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (978 salary observations; 4,022 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (21,305 salary observations; 48,778 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $72k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$70k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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